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UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 42

UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 42

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
Déjà vu all over again?

Déjà vu all over again?

Suzanne Anton on what may happen in the coming weeks, and how familiar it might feel to British Columbians.
How to make British Columbia more affordable

How to make British Columbia more affordable

Three evidence-based suggestions to make a real difference in affordability.
Rate Rage – ICBC has overpromised and underdelivered on rate design

Rate Rage – ICBC has overpromised and underdelivered on rate design

As more and more drivers are hit with higher premiums, it’s getting more difficult not to look outside BC and see the benefits of choice and competition.
#BCPOLI Hotstove: Five days 'til the election

#BCPOLI Hotstove: Five days 'til the election

Thankfully, the election is nearing the finish line. But Hotstove is just warming up.
Millennials and politics: more than meets the eye

Millennials and politics: more than meets the eye

Gavin Dew: The numbers are clear – Canadians want younger candidates. The question is how to recruit and elect them.
Introducing the QPees - For Excellence in Question Period

Introducing the QPees - For Excellence in Question Period

Celebrating the best and the best of the worst in B.C.’s Question Period.
The folly of fiat

The folly of fiat

King Canute showed his subjects that no, even he couldn’t stop the tide from coming in. A thousand years later, too many politicians don’t seem to understand that economies can’t “transition” by decree.
UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 40

UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck — Episode 40

UnSpun on the road!
UNDRIP: What will it mean for BC's resource sector?

UNDRIP: What will it mean for BC's resource sector?

The NDP government is adopting UNDRIP into provincial law this fall. What that looks like – and what it means for BC’s resource sector – remains to be seen.